A searchable index of real negative results, null findings, and replication failures from the published literature — so you can learn what didn't work before repeating it.
WASTE indexes published research — it does not host or republish full papers. Each entry is a metadata record (title, authors, DOI) compiled from open scholarly databases, with the abstract shown in full only where the paper is openly licensed (e.g. Creative Commons); otherwise a short excerpt is shown for reference under fair use. WASTE classifies each work by failure type; classifications are automated and approximate.
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Doğantekin E, Albayrak F, Doğantekin A et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Introduction: Microbiota refers to all microorganisms colonising the body, whereas microbiome is a broader term covering the genetic material and ecosystem of this population. The skin is the largest organ of the body with a skin…
Mizuta I, Yamashita F, Sutoh Y et al. · 2026 · Geriatrics & gerontology international
Aim Cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD)-related MRI findings, including white matter hyperintensities (WMHs), are not rare in general elderly populations. The aim of this study was to elucidate the contribution of hereditary CSVD-related…
Iturregui C, Liu CC, Carter RT et al. · 2026 · Veterinary ophthalmology
Justification Circadian variations in central corneal thickness (CCT) and their correlation with intraocular pressure (IOP) have not been reported in horses. This information may be clinically relevant when interpreting IOP readings.…
Samim M, Jardon M, Vonck C et al. · 2026 · Journal of orthopaedics
Purpose To assess correlation of pre-operative symptoms, labral damage and chondrolabral junction pathology on MRI with intra-operative findings in patients undergoing hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). Methods…
Santo B, Romanello M, De Franco P et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical medicine
Background/Objectives: The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is a simple biomarker reflecting systemic inflammatory status and has been investigated in head and neck cancer (HNC) as a potential prognostic indicator. Its role in relation…
Melek Ş, Orhun ÖT, Şenocak MG et al. · 2026 · The Journal of small animal practice
Objectives The present study evaluated the accuracy and agreement of heart rate and peripheral oxygen saturation measurements obtained using the Owlet Smart Sock in awake dogs with low activity levels, using a veterinary patient monitor as…
Li C, Liu s · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Objective: This study aims to investigate the dynamic evolution patterns of regional ventilation parameters monitored by bedside electrical impedance tomography (EIT) in pediatric patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome…
SUHA BK · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract This study aims to determine the relationship between the moral intelligence of intensive care nurses and their attitudes towards medical errors. The study was designed as a descriptive, cross-sectional study. The study sample…
shoabjareh ME, Ansari-Astaneh M, Shoeibi N et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Background This study evaluated choroidal thickness in healthy Iranian individuals using enhanced depth imaging optical coherence tomography (EDI-OCT) and evaluated its correlation with demographic characteristics, laboratory test…
Alves TG, Bonadiman EA, Ruiz DC et al. · 2026 · The Journal of prosthetic dentistry
Statement of problem Periapical radiographs have been the primary adjunctive diagnostic method of evaluating abutment-prosthesis misfit. However, whether different radiographic receptor‑holders interfere with diagnostic accuracy depending…
Merritt C, Zackula R, Bollinger A · 2026 · Kansas journal of medicine
Introduction The purposes of this study were to determine (1) whether delay to total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) after traumatic distal humerus fracture affects heterotopic ossification (HO) formation and (2) whether HO is associated with…
Magaribuchi T, Koeda M, Somiya S et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports
To evaluate the accuracy of a high-precision navigation system that projects a three-dimensional (3D) kidney model onto surgical images by limiting its application to moments of minimal organ deformation during partial nephrectomy (PN). We…
Alhassan M, Aljami M, Alotaibi R et al. · 2026 · Brain sciences
Background/Objectives : This study aimed to examine how interpupillary distance (IPD) influences motor and sensory binocular vision functions at distance and near, and to examine associations between different motor and sensory binocular…
Ang RET, Glipo CER, Martinez GHA et al. · 2026 · Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.)
Introduction To compare the effectiveness of an ultrasound biomicroscopy (UBM)-based nomogram with a white-to-white (WTW) nomogram in predicting postoperative vault in myopic patients undergoing implantable collamer lens (ICL)…
Yildirim G, Yildirim S · 2026 · BMC cardiovascular disorders
Introduction Diaphragmatic dysfunction is a recognized contributor to postoperative respiratory complications following cardiac surgery. Diaphragm ultrasonography has been proposed as a bedside tool to assess diaphragm function. Methods In…
Kaya N, Şahin M, Çantay E et al. · 2026 · Journal of environmental radioactivity
This study quantifies and compares soil-to-plant transfer factors (F v ) for 90 Sr with stable Sr isotopes in two semi-arid agricultural regions of Türkiye. Paired soil and crop samples (wheat, barley, clover, purslane, apple, apricot and…
Usama A, Connolly J, Stewart I et al. · 2026 · Journal of health psychology
Bias among healthcare professionals (HCPs) may shape infant feeding recommendations and influence maternal decision-making, with consequences for maternal and infant health. This study assessed implicit and explicit infant feeding…
Mongolian Shahrbabaki P, Hesamarefi F, Safizadeh H · 2026 · BMC primary care
Background and objectives Quaternary prevention is a new concept of prevention whose main objective is to prevent harms that unnecessary medical services can cause to patients. Family physicians, as gatekeepers of the healthcare system,…
Lee HH, Oh JR, Choi JW · 2026 · Annals of plastic surgery
Introduction Superthin ALT flaps offer functional and aesthetic advantages in hemitongue reconstruction. Preserving a deep fascia cuff enables a safer, more intuitive, and practical approach. Methods Thirty-seven cases were retrospectively…
Krishnamurthy P, Gnanaraj JP, Ganesan P · 2026 · JRSM cardiovascular disease
Background Diastolic wall strain (DWS) is based on linear elastic theory, which shows that impaired diastolic wall thinning reflects resistance to deformation in diastole and thus, increased diastolic myocardial stiffness. We aim to…
Satishkumar SD, Meganathan S · 2026 · Physiotherapy research international : the journal for researchers and clinicians in physical therapy
Background and purpose Bharatanatyam, a venerable and highly structured classical dance form from India, requires significant physical strength, postural control, and precise movements. Dancers often begin to training during adolescence, a…
U'wais MY, Al-Wahadni A, Tabnjh AK · 2026 · Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry : official publication of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry ... [et al.]
Objective The aim of the present study was to evaluate the surface roughness and wear effect of three different ceramic materials. Materials and methods Thirty ceramic discs (10/group) were fabricated: Lithium disilicate (IPS e.max CAD,…
Mitsia I, Matziou V, Polikandrioti M et al. · 2026 · Journal of clinical medicine
Background/Objectives : Pain is a common symptom in patients undergoing hemodialysis (HD) and may influence their quality of life. Pain self-efficacy may play an important role in self-management and adherence behaviors. This study aimed…
Lu W, Waters M, Larby J et al. · 2026 · Pulmonary therapy
Introduction Cigarette smoking is a major driver of airway and systemic inflammation and contributes to the development and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This study compared peripheral blood inflammatory…
Okayasu I, Huang J, Fujita Z et al. · 2026 · Scientific reports
Prostaglandin E-major urinary metabolite (PGE-MUM) may be a useful biomarker for assessing muscle inflammation caused by physical exercise. To explore this, both male and female volunteer university students (n = 18) performed gradual…
Nakano R, Ichisawa A, Saruta K et al. · 2026 · Nutrients
Background/Objectives: Serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) is a key determinant of calcium-phosphorus homeostasis and bone metabolism; however, its role as a modifier of the bone mineral density (BMD) response to romosozumab, a dual-action…
Amini-Pozveh M, Nazarifar AM, Karimipoor M et al. · 2026 · BMC oral health
Background Patient satisfaction with complete dentures is multifactorial, with aesthetics being a key determinant. The color match between the denture base and the patient's natural gingiva is a critical aspect of denture aesthetics;…
Wang L, Zhang X, Xia C et al. · 2026 · Interactive journal of medical research
Background Objective indicators are urgently needed to evaluate and monitor disease progression in patients with psoriasis. Objective This study aimed to verify the correlations between blood count-derived inflammatory markers and the…
Selikhovkin A, Mamaev N, Martirova M et al. · 2026 · Insects
The European spruce bark beetle ( Ips typographus ) is the main pest of spruce in northwestern European Russia, particularly in the Leningrad Region. Its outbreaks occur quite frequently. However, the population dynamics of Ips typographus…
Lam JR, Anastasopoulou C, Khattak ZE et al. · 2026
McArdle disease, also known as glycogen storage disorder (GSD) type 5, is a rare inherited metabolic disorder primarily affecting skeletal muscles. This condition arises from a deficiency or complete lack of the enzyme muscle glycogen…